Getting a gift for someone who is older than you can be a struggle. Not only do you have to consider their interests, which are going to be different from yours, but you also have to consider their age. Gifts for your aunt may not necessarily be the same things that you will enjoy.
So even if your interests align in the sense that both of you enjoy the outdoors, you won’t manifest that interest in the same way.
A 20 year old might have a great time going deep-sea diving so getting them scuba diving gear might be a good idea.
However, a 40 year old might prefer a comfortable lawn chair or hiking shoes more so they can appreciate nature.
Keeping these considerations in mind, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best gifts that will make your aunt smile.
Whether she is related to you by blood or not, aunts are usually some of the best relatives. They spoil you with gifts and hugs every time they see you and offer excellent advice.
As a second mother, aunts often also act as a role model and offer support during tough times.
So it’s understandable why you’d want to get your super cool aunt a super cool gift. It’s only fair after everything they’ve done for you.
1. Jewelry
Jewelry is one of the best kinds of gifts you can get anyone.
From friends to family, all your loved ones are bound to enjoy this because it serves as a permanent reminder of the person who gave it to them.
If you give your aunt a necklace or a pair of earrings, she’s going to remember you each time she wears them and think of you.
For jewelry to be a good gift, you need to get something the recipient will actually wear and appreciate so you need to have some understanding of their taste and style.
Some people only wear rings while others prefer bracelets and necklaces. In case you don’t know what your aunt likes, take a look at some old pictures.
Try and identify what types of jewelry she wears the most and then get her one of that kind.
You can visit your closest jewelry store and pick something from there or order one of the following.
To My Aunt Necklace
This necklace has a 1 carat cubic zirconia gemstone hanging on a beautiful sterling silver chain. The box specifically gives a shout out to your aunt which adds an extra bit of sweetness.
Handwriting jewelry
Write a message on a piece of paper and send it to the company. They’ll turn your writing into a bracelet. It’s a beautiful gift because you can customize it.
Mention your name, tell your aunt you love her, or choose a quirky inside joke that only the two of you will understand.
Irrespective of how you choose to design it, this gift will definitely make your aunt smile.
2. Custom Pet Cookie Cutter
We all know that someone with a pet loves their pet more than anything else in the world.
So if your aunt happens to have a cat, dog, parrot, etc. and is obsessed with their furry little friends then you absolutely need to get them this cookie cutter.
This gift is even more perfect for aunts that love to cook.
In case you grew up in a household where she regularly came over with cookies and baked goods then she will absolutely adore these cookie cutters.
All you need to do is send a picture or two of the animal to the company. Then they’ll send over a one-of-a-kind gift that your aunt will always remember you by.
3. Plants, Pots, And Growing Kits
This next type of gift is for aunts who love gardening. Does your aunt have a little backyard with flowers and vegetables? Or is she the kind of person who prefers small indoor plants?
Irrespective of whether she spends her days planting herbs and picking apples or finding the perfect plant pot for her kitchen window, you can never go wrong with plants, pots, and growing kits.
Run to the nearest store and get her seeds for some of the plants she loves growing. Alternatively, you can purchase a beautiful pot.
Here are some other great options too if you’re looking to order online.
Birth Month Flower Grow Kit
Get your aunt the kit that coincides with her birth month.
The company has 12 separate designs so when your aunt gets something that matches her birthday, she’s bound to feel special and smile.
Before you know it, she’ll have little flowers in the pot that will remind her of you.
Best Aunt Ever Planters
This set of three is the best decoration for any bookshelf or window.
Get your aunt some of her favorite succulents with them and she’ll love you forever.
4. Frames To Hang On The Wall
Pictures are always super personal because the other person can see and then think back to all the times you spent together, especially the moment captured in the photo.
So pick a time you had a lot of fun with your aunt and get a picture of the two of you from that event printed.
Then frame it and send it over to your aunt.
Filter Heart Snapshot
This frame is a great gift because you can include several pictures in it. Upload photos of you, your aunt, and your family and Minted will collage them into a heart.
It’s the perfect way to celebrate your relationship.
Love Koki Gifts Aunt Frame
This frame has a picture of two kids and an aunt in the middle.
You can personalize each character. From their hair to their clothes, body size, and even skin color.
Pick what accessories they’re wearing and how old the kids are.
Choose a background and send your names to be written under each character.
If you want to be super specific, you can add a digital file or two to provide a clear picture of what you want.
You get a digital printable which means you’ll have to print it yourself. However, that does mean you can get a physical copy in whatever size you want according to your frame.
If you want to swap out the ‘Best Aunt Ever’ quote at the top of the frame for something more personalized, you can do that too.
Choose something that your aunt says to you or an inside joke that you guys share.
Whatever you end up choosing, this gift will be personalized and hence make your aunt smile when she sees it.
5. Candles
This gift only works for aunts who like candles because unfortunately, candles as gifts are an extremely polarizing topic.
If your aunt is on the pro-candles side, getting her a candle is a great idea. She’ll have the best time with a fragranced candle.
Think about what feelings and emotions you have when you think of your aunt. Then try to associate smells to those abstract ideas.
For instance, if she’s cheerful, you could look at lemon scented candles. On the other hand, if you see her as classically feminine, go with jasmine.
Aunt-Niece Candle
This candle has a special message for your aunt. It smells great and shows that you looked for a gift specifically for her.
6. Mugs
If your aunt drinks a ton of coffee, tea, or any other beverage, she’ll love having a mug.
Future Is Female Travel Coffee Mug
If your aunt travels a lot: to and from work, to a park, or anywhere else, she’ll love having a travel mug to take her daily dose of caffeine with her.
The design is centered on female empowerment and has a beautiful flower design.
The pink flowers encircle a feminist quote ‘the future is female’ and can be uplifting if someone is having a bad day.
Drinking coffee in this bold mug is the best way to set the tone for a day of productivity and achievement. It’s great for working aunts.
Best Aunt Ever Photo Mug
This is a mug reading ‘Best Aunt Ever.’ What makes it special is that you can add custom pictures on it.
So while your aunt sips her morning tea, she can look back on all the memories she’s made with you.
It’s a great way to start the day. This gift is practical and sentimental at the same time which makes it an excellent option.
7. Desert
Who doesn’t like snacking on delicious desserts? Every aunt we know would love to have a yummy box of treats.
So if your aunt has a sweet tooth too, you can get her a basket of her favorite chocolates or cookies.
Try to avoid getting ready-made sweet baskets because those tend to feel impersonal. Instead, purchase a basket and buy goods you know your aunt loves munching on and add those.
This is a good idea for two important reasons.
First, your aunt will actually eat the goodies in the basket.
A lot of times when the basket has stuff we don’t like, we give it to someone else or end up putting it in the back of a cupboard where it rots away until it expires.
Nobody wants perfectly good sweets to go to waste so only give your aunt stuff she’ll actually eat.
Second, custom sweet baskets show that you put in a lot of thought and effort into your aunt’s gift.
You didn’t just go to a market and spend less than ten minutes picking a basket someone else crafted.
If you don’t have time to create a basket from scratch, you should consider getting high quality desserts that taste great.
That way, even if the gift isn’t personalized, you know it is going to taste great and that has its own value.
15 Flavor Macarons Box
This box of macarons has several excellent flavor options. You can enjoy it with your aunt or she could take it with her when meeting with friends.
It’s a great option for snacking on and hence is bound to make your aunt smile if she’s having a bad day.
8. Makeup
Everyone loves getting new makeup. So the last type of gift we have on our list is just that.
Similar to how you decided what jewelry you should get your aunt, figure out what type of makeup you should get.
Think back to the last time your aunt got super dressed up for an occasion. What makeup products did she use?
You could get an eyeshadow palette, lipsticks, or nail polish. Other makeup products are personal and only the person who’s going to wear them knows what will work best for them.
For instance, skin care and foundation depends on your skin type and tone.
The same applies to blushes, bronzers, and conours. Eyeshadow, lipstick, and nail polish is one size fits all in most situations.
If your aunt loves big bold eye looks, you can get her a super colorful eyeshadow palette. Go to a makeup store or browse the Ulta and Sephora websites for products.
Here are some great products that we recommend.
Wake Me When It’s Summer Nailpolish
This nail polish is non-toxic, cruelty free, and a gorgeous color. We recommend it if you’ve seen your aunt wear nail polish.
James Charles X Morphe Eyeshadow Palette
This palette has all the colors you could possibly need for an eye look. From a beautiful range of basics to pigmented bright options, it has everything.
The palette was produced by a reputable makeup brand so you know it is good quality.
Get this for your aunt if she likes big and bold eye looks as well as subtler designs.
Wrap Up
There are tons of gift options that will make your aunt smile. Pick one from our list of 8 gift types according to your aunt’s interests. As long as you do that, she’s bound to love it.
